title: Computerized automation of clinical trials.
abstract: Over the past decade computers have revolutionized medical record systems. Data is now legible, organized and easily retrievable. The next decade will see a revolution in the way large multi-centre clinical trials are carried out. Computerized automation of trials improves compliance with the protocol, identifies deviations from the randomization system and reduces missing and erroneous data. Computerization also improves recruitment and eliminates mistakes during data transfer. All of these proven advantages are bought for a fraction of the cost of the investigators' time.
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Johnson
authors.forename: R J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Lilford
mesh_terms: D002986:Clinical Trials as Topic / Q000379:methods*; D003625:Data Collection / Q000379:methods*; D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D001330:Electronic Data Processing; D007256:Information Systems; D011786:Quality Control; D011897:Random Allocation